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Are you interested in Nanki Shirahama, but thinking it seems inconvenient without a car? In fact, Shirahama can be fully enjoyed using just public transportation!
This time, I’ll introduce a “2-Day, 1-Night Bus Trip to Nanki Shirahama” that I personally experienced as a paper driver. It’s packed with transportation tips, sightseeing spots, and gourmet information, so please use it as a reference.
Access to Nanki Shirahama & Tips for Traveling by Bus
Nanki Shirahama Airport is about an hour’s flight from Haneda Airport. Once you arrive at the airport, buses depart according to your flight’s arrival time, so you can rest assured.
For sightseeing in Shirahama, we recommend the following bus passes:
- 1-Day Unlimited: ¥1,100
- 2-Day Unlimited: ¥1,600
You can purchase them online using the Jorudan Transit Guide app, or on the bus.
Now, let’s introduce our actual model itinerary!
The 2-Day, 1-Night Trip to Shirahama is a relaxing and scenic route.
Here’s the plan for Day 1. Nanki Shirahama Airport ⇒ Lunch at Toretore Market ⇒ Adventure World ⇒ Hotel check-in
Eat grouper for a seafood lunch at Toretore Market!
After leaving Nanki Shirahama Airport, head straight to Toretore Market by bus!
Grouper is considered a luxury fish in Japan. In Tokyo, the only restaurants where you can eat grouper are high-end establishments, making it difficult for ordinary people to get a chance to try it.
Nanki Shirahama is known for its fresh seafood, and among them, the high-quality fish “grouper” is a must-try!
I ordered grouper sashimi and simmered grouper, but personally, I preferred the simmered version. The food court also offers seafood bowls and sushi, so be sure to try them.
The souvenir section is also well-stocked, with a wide selection of grouper, local seafood, and Kishu pickled plums. They also offer takeout sashimi, making it perfect for a late-night snack at the hotel.
Toretore Market
Address: 2521 Katata, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
Phone: 0739-42-1010
Hours: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
There are currently no pandas at Adventure World.
There are currently no pandas at Adventure World.
All four pandas returned to China in June 2025.
This zoo boasts the largest number of pandas in Japan. There are plenty of other animals to see, making it a must-visit for animal lovers!
Pandas aren’t the only animals here!
- There’s also a wide selection of marine life, including dolphins and penguins.
- You can see lions and elephants in the Safari Zone.
- The zoo is large, but there are many covered walkways, so it’s safe even on rainy days.
- The admission fee is a bit steep at 5,300 yen, but considering the thrill of seeing pandas up close, it’s not too expensive.
Adventure World
Address: 2399 Katata, Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
Phone: 0570-06-4481
Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed:
Admission Fee: Adults 5,300 yen
Teenagers 4,300 yen
Children 3,300 yen
A hot spring with a spectacular view at the Nanki Shirahama Marriott Hotel!
This time I stayed at the Nanki Shirahama Marriott Hotel.
The highlight of this hotel is undoubtedly the hot spring with an open-air bath on the top floor!
Relaxing in a hot spring while gazing out at the beautiful ocean of Shirahama is the ultimate luxury. It will soothe your tired body after walking around sightseeing.
The hotel is also conveniently located, just a 5-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach, making it an ideal base for sightseeing.
Spend the night relaxing at the hotel and preparing for the next day.
